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Join us for a new episode of The #Ismaili Update, as we look back at the exciting stories from the worldwide Jamat during the action-packed month of #December.
Join host Silmi Dhrolia for the latest episode of The #Ismaili Update: COP28. See highlights of Prince Rahim and Prince Hussain’s visit to COP28, and find out how AKDN agencies and members of the Jamat participated in the conference.
Join us for a special #Salgirah edition of The Ismaili Update with hosts Ayaz Manji and Sahra Ahmady. See how the worldwide community is celebrating Mawlana Hazar Imam’s 87th birthday today, and learn about the gift presented to Hazar Imam on behalf of the global Jamat.
Join host Zainne Saleh for the latest episode of The Ismaili Update featuring a significant milestone for the Ismaili Center Houston and a special honor for Mawlana Hazar Imam! See exclusive highlights as Prince Amyn attends a luncheon in honour of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, accepts the Key to the City of Houston on behalf of Mawlana Hazar Imam, and participates in a Topping Out ceremony for the Ismaili Center Houston to celebrate a milestone in the construction journey.
In our latest episode of The Ismaili Update, we look back at the exciting stories from the worldwide Jamat during the action-packed month of September 2023.
Members of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s family welcomed President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and other senior leaders to commemorate Imamat Day at the Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat in Lisbon.
The moment we’ve been waiting for is finally here! After months of anticipation and suspense, we are thrilled to announce the location city for the Global Encounters Festival 2024!
From world-ranking championship events to themed showcases, get ready to immerse yourselves in breathtaking landscapes and rich culture and heritage. Prepare to have your senses captivated by the fusion of tradition and innovation that defines this remarkable location!
Join us for The Ismaili Update: Lisboa 25! See exclusive highlights as Prince Amyn, Prince Rahim, and Prince Aly Muhammad joined guests to celebrate a momentous occasion — 25 years of The Ismaili Centre Lisbon. At the event, President Marcelo honoured The Ismaili Centre by awarded the building with the Portuguese Order of Merit.
Join us for a special Imamat Day edition of The Ismaili Update with hosts Noorin Gulamgaus and Alina Dhrolia, on the 66th anniversary of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s accession to the Ismaili Imamat. Learn more about events happening later this week to celebrate 25 years of the Ismaili Centre Lisbon, and don’t miss a special message from artists and athletes about the upcoming Global Encounters Festival!
When did it all start, and how did it begin? See and hear the full story of the Ismaili Centre Lisbon, including highlights, special moments, and exclusive footage collected over several decades. As part of its 25th-anniversary celebrations, join us for an in-depth reflection on what the Centre has meant in the lives of the Jamat and the wider community in Portugal and beyond.
Dr. Gijs Walraven, Director for Health at AKDN, recounts the history of the Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) and its work to improve healthcare in developing populations and explains how its principles are put into practice. "In Conversation" is a collection of hosted interviews produced especially for The Ismaili TV. AKD-045
In a special interview for The Ismaili TV, Michael Kocher, General Manager of the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) speaks about the complex and multigenerational issues of poverty and lack of inclusivity. He shares examples of the work AKF is doing in 18 countries to improve the quality of life in an equitable and sustainable way. AKD-044
The year 2023 marks 40 years — over half the lifetime of Pakistan — since the Aga Khan University (AKU) was granted its charter. In an exclusive interview for The Ismaili TV, Dr. Sulaiman Shahabuddin, AKU’s third president, describes the University’s history and vision, and his own involvement with the institution. AKD-043
Fairouz Nishanova, Director of the Aga Khan Music Programme and the Aga Khan Music Awards, recalls the origins of both the Programme and the Awards and assesses their impact. "In Conversation" is a collection of hosted interviews produced especially for The Ismaili TV. AKD-036